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Racist Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation of North Oakland Elementary School
Chabot Elementary School in the Rockridge District of North Oakland was evacuated Tuesday after receiving a racist bomb threat and…
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Special Stage Events, Activities for Children at Oakland’s Black-Eyed Pea Festival
The 8th Annual Black-Eyed Pea Festival, held on the front lawn of Oakland Technical High School, is offering a change…
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The Rise East Project: Part 1 of 8 – Genesis of Oakland’s Black Cultural Zone and Rise East
The mission of the Black Panthers 10-point program, envisioned in 1966, germinated in 2000 at the first annual Malcolm Jazz…
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Giving is a Manifestation of the Heart
Under the warm rays of the sun, Stanley “Mista” Cox orchestrated his annual back-to-school backpack giveaway at the 44th and…
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A Happy Birthday to Stockton’s Mrs. Fannie Walker, 93
The six sons of Mrs. Fannie Walker, who turned 93, on Sept.22, wish her the happiest of birthdays and hope…
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Community Healing Festival on October 7
A Community Healing Festival, hosted by the Main City Peoples Plan, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 11:00…
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Leevester “Chubby” Hall, 68
The life of Leevester “Chubby” Hall was celebrated in a memorial service on Sept. 9, at the People’s Inter-Cities Fellowship…
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Oakland PAL Athletes Win at International Children’s Games in South Korea
Kids with the Oakland PAL, or Oakland Police Activities League, brought home four medals in track & field at the…
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Latinx Heritage Celebration at Fairyland
Join us for Fairyland’s Latinx Heritage Celebration in the park on Saturday, Sept. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 1 for a…
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COMMENTARY: Finding Joy and Justice for Childbearing Black Moms
Black mothers are more likely to die due to complications from pregnancy and childbirth than pregnant women of all other…
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JPMorgan Chase Bank Hosts Backpack Giveaway in Oakland
To help prepare for the year ahead, JPMorgan Chase hosted a Back-to-School event at its Oakland Community Center branch on…
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Doulas & Black Moms: Bridging the Gap Between Mental Treatment and Maternal Care
There is a growing body of evidence that disparities in medical treatment in the United States — compounded over centuries…
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Richmond Admirals Capture Titles at ‘Ultimate’ World Series in Reno
Two Richmond teams are celebrating great wins in the “Ultimate” World Series end-of-season tournament in Reno, Nevada that finished on…
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Oakland-Based Artist’s Work on Display at MoAD in S.F.
MoAD’s most recent Emerging Artists Program exhibition is now up through Aug. 20 and features the work of Oakland-based artist…
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Samuel Jones Sr., 79
Samuel Jones Sr., affectionately known as Sam, departed from his earthly home Tuesday, June 13, 2023, in San Leandro, CA.…
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‘Black Woman is God’ is Back for the Fourth Year
The Black Woman is God (TBWIG) opened its yearly art exhibit with a reception in downtown San Francisco on June…
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Development of Marriott Hotel Tower in Downtown Oakland Forces Closure of Uncle Wille’s BBQ, Owners Say
The family-owned business, Uncle Willie’s Original BBQ and Fish, located at 614 14th St. in downtown Oakland, has served local…
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Take Time Off This Summer, but Not from Your Finances
Summer is here, bringing all the fun that comes with months of warm weather and hours of daylight. As you…
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Alameda Grand Jury Probate Court Report Recommendations Offer No Oversight
On June 30, 2022, the Alameda County Grand Jury released a report citing deficiencies of the Alameda County Probate Court…
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Safe Kids Day: Health & Wellness Fair for Children
In partnership with Safe Kids Alameda County, the AEG Oakland Community Foundation will host the Ninth annual Safe Kids Day…
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A Father’s Day to Remember: Peace between rivals on De Fremery Park’s basketball court
Father’s Day was a day of mutual understanding for the fathers and young men to put their differences to the…
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